William Joseph Jackson II, 67, passed away June 20, 2017. He was born in Akron to the late William and Sara (Secrest) Jackson, lived in Tallmadge for most of his life and had worked as a welder.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Delbert. He is survived by his children, Billie, Kathleen and Sophia; sister, Elizabeth and brother, Bruce; nephews, Brian and Aaron; and several grandchildren.